Achievement First

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We set high expectations so that our students can exceed them. We are preparing our students for success in college, career and life. We are also a fully “open source” organization. We want to help all of us go further, faster toward the goal of providing an excellent education for every child, everywhere.

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All Achievement First students know they can and will go to college.

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Every day, students in our schools across Connecticut, Brooklyn and Rhode Island are solving for x and shattering stereotypes, winning debate tournaments and football games and preparing for their futures as college graduates.

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Achievement First schools emphasize the REACH values—Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship and Hard Work.

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We refuse to accept a world where social injustices stand as barriers to our students’ success. Our students can not only achieve on par with their affluent peers across the country, they can achieve alongside the highest-performing students in the world. Our students will redefine what excellence looks like.

Every year, our seniors gain acceptance to colleges and universities across the country.

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Every day, we work hard to fulfill our mission: to deliver on the promise of equal educational opportunity for all of America's children. We believe that all children, regardless of race or economic status, can succeed if they have access to a great education.

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We believe a great education can level the playing field, break the cycle of poverty and create a brighter future for all of us.

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Our students are all admitted by blind lottery and we serve all students, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities. We have no admissions tests or fees.

Students, teachers and parents work as a team to achieve success.

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Teaching and leading at Achievement First means being a part of an awesomely powerful team of tireless educators and specialists, incredible families, and students who are working every day toward improving themselves and our world.

We develop, recognize and reward teachers through constant professional development and the Teacher Career Pathway.

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Every day, we’re working toward social justice and better educational opportunities not just for our students, but for all students.Without you—our partners, friends, board members, donors, community leaders and neighbors—our work would not be possible.

We host hundreds of visitors—including community members, elected officials and educators—in our schools each year.

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Our students know they're going to college. We can help them get there.

At Achievement First, we are proud to run high-quality, college-prep, K-12 public charter schools in New Haven, Bridgeport and Hartford, Connecticut; Brooklyn, New York; and Providence, Rhode Island. All students are admitted by blind lottery. There are no admissions requirements, interviews or fees. Achievement First serves all students, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners.

Our mission is to provide the highest-quality education for all children, to recognize their passions, goals and challenges and to work tirelessly to make sure their dreams are realized.

Once you choose an Achievement First school, your child’s success will be at the center of everything we do. We’d be excited to join you and your child on the path to college graduation. Please click below to learn more about the enrollment process in your area. You can also click here to learn more about individual Achievement First schools.

Testimonials

“Attending Achievement First pretty much changed my life. Before I came here, I was a mediocre student. Now, I’m on the Dean’s List and I am on my way to Bowdoin College. I’m an African-American male from the North End of Hartford and I am going to a prestigious institution. I am doing what a lot of people thought I wouldn’t be able to do” - Ahjani, Student

“This school has done so much for my children. They understand how to carry on a conversation about everything from current events to Greek mythology. Their vocabulary is amazing. I am most proud when I see my children talking to their friends about college and about their plans for the future. If a friend from another school says she is being late to class or getting poor grades, Tatianna will say, ‘Is that grade good enough for you? What are your goals?'’’ - Lissette, Parent

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